Joshua C. Black
Are My Political Views Protected at Work?
While the First Amendment's protections regarding free speech do not typically extend to the private workplace, employees in Phoenix, Arizon
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Joshua C. Black
- Jun 29
- 3 min
What Happens to My Work Visa If I am an Immigrant and Get Terminated from My Job?
While the prospect of losing your job as an immigrant on a work visa can be daunting, it does not automatically result in the loss of your
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Joshua C. Black
- Jun 1
- 3 min
Understanding the Distinction: At-Will Employment vs. Right to Work
While both at-will employment and right to work are prevalent in Arizona, it is crucial to distinguish between them.
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Joshua C. Black
- Apr 6, 2022
- 1 min
Top Lawyers: Joshua C Black On The 5 Things You Need To Become A Top Lawyer In Your Specific Field
I recently sat down to answer some questions about the practice of employment law with Authority Magazine.
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Joshua C. Black
- Nov 9, 2021
- 2 min
How to Accommodate Religion in the Workplace
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. Religious accommodations in the workplace are something many businesses must address to ensure a safe and inclusive
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Joshua C. Black
- Sep 30, 2021
- 2 min
Hispanic Heritage Month and the Workplace
By Joshua C. Black, Esq.
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from September 15 through October 15. Started as Hispanic
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Joshua C. Black
- Jul 19, 2021
- 3 min
Can You Get Fired for that Instagram Post?
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq.
With the increasing popularity of social media, employees should be aware that once posted online, live there ind
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Joshua C. Black
- Jun 29, 2021
- 3 min
Combating Ageism at Work
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq. Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan bill aimed at protecting older workers by
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Joshua C. Black
- Jun 24, 2021
- 2 min
Understanding LGBTQ+ Workplace Rights
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq. Employers are now required to provide the same job opportunities and conditions for LGBTQ+ employees
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Joshua C. Black
- Mar 3, 2021
- 2 min
Can You Refuse to Return to Work and Still Get Unemployment Benefits? The Answer is Maybe.
By Joshua C. Black, Esq.
A recent executive order issued by President Biden is designed to clear up confusion associated with who can – and
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Joshua C. Black
- Feb 8, 2021
- 3 min
Racial Diversity Matters in the Workplace
By: Joshua C. Black, Esq.
Last year was unprecedented in many ways. From a global pandemic and community shutdown to an increased awareness
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Joshua C. Black
- Dec 16, 2020
- 2 min
Is it OK to RSVP ‘No’ to the Company Holiday Party?
By Joshua C. Black, Esq. With COVID-19 numbers spiking this winter, you may be apprehensive about attending face-to-face holiday parties
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Joshua C. Black
- Nov 24, 2020
- 2 min
How Prop 207 and Legalizing Recreational Marijuana Affect the Workplace
With the approval of Proposition 207, many Arizonans are wondering how legalizing marijuana will impact the workplace.
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Joshua C. Black
- Nov 11, 2020
- 2 min
Understanding Veterans' Rights at Work
One of the most helpful and comprehensive laws for service members is the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
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Joshua C. Black
- Nov 1, 2020
- 2 min
Paid Time Off to Vote? You May Qualify!
30 states in the U.S. require business owners to give workers either paid or unpaid time off to vote on Election Day. Arizona requires...
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Joshua C. Black
- Sep 10, 2020
- 1 min
Employment Laws and Workers' Compensation in a COVID World
Join attorneys Joshua Black and Matt Fendon as they discuss the state of employment laws and workers' compensation during COVID-19.
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Joshua C. Black
- Aug 26, 2020
- 2 min
Arizona Named Top 10 for Women’s Equality in the Workplace
The study looked at the information from all fifty states and listed Arizona at number five for women’s equality.[4]
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Joshua C. Black
- Jul 7, 2020
- 2 min
Working in the Summer of COVID: Three Essential Topics to Cover With Returning Employees
As employees begin to return to the workplace en masse after months of alternative work arrangements employers must be ready to address new
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Joshua C. Black
- Jun 25, 2020
- 3 min
Equality in the Workplace for the LGBTQ Community
On June 15, 2020, the Supreme Court decided a monumental case for the LGBTQ Community, interpreting Title VII of the Civil Rights Act...
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Joshua C. Black
- Jun 15, 2020
- 3 min
Historic Victory for LGBTQ Workers
On June 15, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court expanded Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, a major step forward towards equality in the workplace.
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